Natural Facelift without Artificial Effect with Dr. Spiegl

Precise facelift for a fresh, rested, and permanently rejuvenated appearance

Why a facelift?

With increasing age, the face loses elasticity and volume. The skin sags, wrinkles develop, and typical age-related changes such as jowls, an undefined jawline, or a sagging neck become visible. In early stages, these changes can partially be treated with non-surgical methods such as hyaluronic acid fillers.
A so-called “Liquid Facelift” can temporarily replace volume, but it is only of limited duration since hyaluronic acid degrades over time. Furthermore, the face can appear heavy or unnatural with repeated or high-dose filler treatments.
A surgical facelift, on the other hand, enables a sustainable and natural correction of age-related changes.

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• What is a modern facelift?
• Which facelift methods are available?
• Consultation and planning with Dr. Spiegl
• Costs for facelift & necklift in Salzburg and Pixendorf
• Performance of the surgery & safety
• Duration of the surgery, healing & result
• Dr. Spiegl – the experienced plastic surgeon in Salzburg and Pixendorf
• Frequently asked questions from my patients (FAQ)

What is a modern facelift?

Earlier facelift techniques focused mainly on tightening the skin. This not infrequently led to unnatural results, visible scars, or a “pulled” look.
Modern facelift methods take a different approach:
Today, not only the skin but primarily the sagging muscle and connective tissue (SMAS) is repositioned. The principle of plastic surgery here is: “replace like with like”.

The deeper tissue layers are returned to their original position. Where volume has been lost, it can be targeted and supplemented with autologous fat (fat grafting). This results in:

• no excessive tension on the skin,
• excellent scar healing,
• a fresh, rested, and natural appearance.

You do not look “operated on” – but simply rested.

Which facelift methods are available?

Numerous facelift techniques exist. Which method is applied depends heavily on the individual findings.

• For some patients, the neck (necklift) is the main focus,
• for others, the midface,
• frequently, a combination of a facelift, necklift, and eyelid lift is sensible.

A facelift therefore requires particularly careful planning. Flat-rate statements are not useful – every facelift is an individually planned procedure. Most patients are between 40 and 65 years old, but the decisive factor is not age, but the physical findings.

Consultation and planning with Dr. Spiegl

If you are interested in a facelift or necklift, you are welcome to arrange a personal consultation appointment with Dr. Spiegl.
During the initial consultation:

• your wishes and expectations will be discussed,
• comprehensive advice will be provided,
• photo documentation will be prepared.

Please bring any available medical reports or relevant medical documents with you. Upon receiving the individual cost estimate – if you decide to proceed with the surgery – a surgery date will be set together. In Austria, a two-week reflection period between the informative consultation and the consent to surgery is required by law.

Costs for facelift & necklift in Salzburg and Pixendorf

The costs depend on the scope of the lifting:

• Necklift (pure neck lift): from €5,500
• Complete facelift incl. necklift and eyelid lift: from €10,000

The indicated prices include anesthesia, hospital stay, and follow-up examinations. The exact price is based on the scope and combination of the procedures and will be determined individually during the consultation.

Performance of the surgery & safety

The surgery is performed by Dr. Spiegl in renowned clinics in both Salzburg and Lower Austria. The combination of state-of-the-art infrastructure, the highest medical standards, and an experienced, familiar team offers a high degree of safety for your procedure.

Duration of the surgery, healing & result

A facelift requires precise surgical execution and structured aftercare:

• Duration of surgery: approx. 2–5 hours depending on the scope
• Anesthesia: general anesthesia
• Rest period: 1–2 weeks
• Fit for work: usually after 2–3 weeks
• Sports: after approx. 6–7 weeks
• Final result: after about 3–6 months

In most cases, wearing a compression mask during the early healing phase is sensible. The final result reveals itself gradually and appears natural, fresh, and long-lasting.

Dr. Spiegl – the experienced plastic surgeon in Salzburg and Pixendorf

Dr. Matthias Spiegl is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery and holds Austrian, Swiss, and British medical licenses. Following his highly specialized international training with residencies in England, Switzerland, and Scotland, he settled in Salzburg and Tulln. His specialization includes, among others, aesthetic facial surgery, which he performs to a high standard, conscientiously and without compromise.

As an additional qualification, Dr. Spiegl completed the European Board Exam in 2018 and is entitled to call himself a “Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” (FEBOPRAS). This additional qualification is rare, especially in Austria, and further distinguishes him as an expert in cosmetic surgery. Dr. Spiegl is a member of numerous national and international professional societies, which serves as an additional quality feature:

• International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Austrian Society for Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Swiss Society for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• General Medical Council (United Kingdom)
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)

Frequently asked questions from my patients (FAQ)

At what point is a facelift sensible?

Not age, but the degree of skin and tissue sagging is decisive. Frequently, the ideal timeframe lies between the 40th and 65th year of life.

What is the difference between a necklift and a facelift?

A necklift exclusively corrects the sagging neck area. A facelift additionally encompasses the face and can be combined with eyelid lifts.

Do you look artificial or “pulled” after a facelift?

With modern techniques, the deep tissue (SMAS) is repositioned and tightened, not just the skin. This creates a natural, fresh result without a mask effect.

Are the scars visible after a facelift?

The incisions are placed so that scars are barely noticeable later on. As a rule, they run inconspicuously within the hairline and around the ear.

How long does the result of a facelift last?

The result is long-lasting and can remain for 10 years or longer, depending on the chosen technique, tissue quality, and lifestyle.

Can a facelift be combined with other procedures?

Yes, very frequently a facelift, necklift, and eyelid lift are combined in a single operation. This results in a particularly harmonious overall outcome.